Design Manager/Lead

The Opportunity
The UK&I energy sector is undergoing a seismic shift. Surging demand, stricter regulations, and ambitious net-zero goals are driving groundbreaking innovation. Here's your chance to be at the heart of it all.

We are interested in speaking with experienced Design Managers with experience in the Energy/Power sector for future opportunities due to our continued growth. This is an opportunity for you to play an important part in the U.K. energy transition and make a real difference.

You will have the opportunity to get involved in wide range of projects including energy from waste, solar, interconnectors, windfarms, substations, OHL, energy building design, protection systems, LVAC, pump stations, etc. For more info on our projects, hear what our team have to say here .

As a Design Manager, you will partner with clients across the UK&I to develop innovative and sustainable solutions that address industry-wide challenges in efficiency and environmental impact. You will oversee the FEED and detailed design processes for the civil aspects of substation projects, including refurbishments, extensions, and new builds. You will foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where your team can thrive as well as contributing to the continued growth and success of Stantec's Energy sector teams.

See the link for more information on our Energy sector teams: Stantec Energy Transition - UK

About You
You will ideally be qualified with a Bachelor's/Masters degree in Engineering (or related field). You will have strong experience in the energy sector with a background in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or a related field.

You will be a pro-active individual with knowledge and experience of the energy industry. You will have the capability to coach and mentor juniors in the team and cross collaborate across the business. You will be engaged in the engineering community and understand how we can drive success for our clients, including understanding innovative solutions and industry best practices.

You will have proven experience in the design management of energy projects from concept to completion and have a in-depth knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and regulations.

Your passion for sustainability and a desire to make a positive impact on the environment will be critical to your success.

Why Join us?

• Our People Culture: We're proud of our friendly and collaborative environment
• Awards: We're 2023 NCE Consultancy of the Year and top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great Projects in all of our sectors across the UK&I
• Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions

To hear what our Transmission & Distribution leader Sophie Lee has to say about working within our team, click here:- Sophie Lee - My Stantec Stories

About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK& [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.